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in committee · Colorado · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5198: Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act of 2025

HR 5198, the Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act of 2025, changes Medicare eligibility rules for rural health clinics by updating the definition of "urban area" used to determine clinic qualification. It replaces the current "urbanized area" standard with a clearer definition: any urban area (per Census Bureau data) having a population of 50,000 or more. This adjustment directly affects clinics seeking Medicare certification, ensuring they meet consistent geographic criteria for rural designation. The change takes effect January 1, 2027, aiming to simplify qualification rules without altering Medicare coverage or benefits.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUpdates Medicare eligibility to expand rural clinic access to Medicare certification, improving healthcare access in underserved areas by clarifying geographic criteria.92% confidence
Tracey Mann (R) · 28 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5175: Quad Space Act

The Quad Space Act directs the U.S. Secretary of Defense to begin discussions with Australia, India, and Japan within 180 days to identify shared goals in three areas: space best practices, space situational awareness, and space industrial policy. It requires a formal report to Congress 270 days after enactment, detailing potential cooperation areas and steps to formalize partnerships through the Quad. The bill does not create new funding or obligations but establishes a process for coordinating space policy among the four Quad nations (U.S., Australia, India, Japan) to address regional security challenges. This procedural bill affects U.S. diplomatic engagement with these four countries, focusing on future space collaboration rather than immediate policy changes.
Jason Crow (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 2181: Protect Our Watchdogs Act of 2025

HR 2181, the Protect Our Watchdogs Act of 2025, strengthens protections for federal Inspectors General (IGs) by requiring the President to have specific, documented reasons to remove them. The bill amends federal law to specify nine grounds for removal, including documented felony convictions, gross mismanagement, waste of funds, abuse of authority, or neglect of duty - each requiring written justification. This directly affects IGs who oversee federal agency accountability and investigations, as it prevents arbitrary removals and mandates transparency in the process. The law applies to all federal Inspectors General across agencies, ensuring their independence is maintained through clear, enforceable standards.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects Inspectors General from arbitrary removal, strengthening oversight of federal agencies involved in law enforcement accountability and investigations.90% confidence
Gerald E. Connolly (D) · 32 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 1000: Cyber PIVOTT Act

The Cyber PIVOTT Act creates a program to build a skilled cyber workforce by providing full tuition scholarships to students in two-year cyber or cyber-relevant associate's degree programs at participating community colleges and technical schools. The program requires scholarship recipients to complete a two-year service obligation in a cyber role for federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial government, with exceptions for military service. It includes mandatory skills-based exercises, internships with government agencies or critical infrastructure sectors, and a database of cyber training resources mapped to job roles. The program aims to enroll 250 students in its first year, doubling annually until reaching 1,000 students per year, with a long-term goal of 10,000 students annually within ten years.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides full tuition scholarships for cyber associate's programs at community colleges, directly funding higher education access and workforce development.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds cybersecurity workforce development via tuition scholarships and service requirements, directly enhancing cybersecurity capabilities as defined in the topic description.95% confidence
Mark E. Green (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5145: Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act

HR 5145, the Bipartisan Premium Tax Credit Extension Act, extends enhanced federal subsidies for health insurance premiums through 2026. It directly affects individuals purchasing coverage through health insurance marketplaces who qualify for premium tax credits. The bill extends the period for increased credit amounts (through 2026 instead of 2025) and maintains the rule allowing tax credits for households earning above 400% of the federal poverty level. These changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends premium tax credits, providing tax relief for lower/middle-income households purchasing health insurance via marketplaces.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends enhanced federal subsidies for health insurance premiums through 2026, maintaining eligibility for households above 400% FPL, directly expanding access to affordable coverage.95% confidence
Jennifer A. Kiggans (R) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5152: BOP Release Card ID Act of 2025

This bill requires the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to issue photo identification cards meeting REAL ID standards to U.S. citizen prisoners being released from federal custody within 180 days of enactment. The card is valid for 18 months and must be accepted by states for state ID purposes (through negotiated agreements) and by federal programs like Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, food assistance, and housing programs. It directly affects federal prisoners upon release, states (through required negotiations), and federal agencies that provide services requiring ID. The law mandates annual reports to Congress on state agreement progress but does not change existing prerelease planning procedures.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides ID for released federal prisoners to access essential services (housing, healthcare, etc.), reducing reentry barriers and promoting rehabilitation, a key aspect of criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables Medicaid/Medicare access for released prisoners by requiring BOP-issued ID accepted by healthcare programs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates ID accepted by housing programs, removing access barrier for released prisoners to housing assistance programs.90% confidence
Barry Moore (R) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5161: To establish in the Executive Office of the President an Office of Young Americans, and for other purposes.

HR 5161 would create a new Office of Young Americans within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal efforts on issues affecting U.S. citizens and legal residents aged 18-40. The Office’s Director would identify key challenges like employment, education, mental health, housing, and climate change for this age group, advise the President, and coordinate federal agency actions to address them. The bill requires the Director to submit annual reports to Congress detailing priority issues and resource needs for young Americans, with the first report due within one year of enactment. This is a structural change focused on interagency coordination, not direct service provision.
Darren Soto (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5138: ASPIRE Act

The ASPIRE Act authorizes grants to agriculture-focused educational institutions (like land-grant colleges, community colleges, and career schools) to develop training programs in partnership with agriculture businesses, apprenticeship programs, or industry nonprofits. These grants require institutions to use at least 5% of funds for student recruitment and faculty training to prepare students for agricultural careers. The programs must include internships, apprenticeships, and skills workshops to improve workforce training and retention in the agriculture industry. The program must be implemented by the Secretary of Agriculture by January 31, 2026.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes grants for agricultural training programs at colleges, enhancing career-focused education and student access through funding and industry partnerships.95% confidence
Brad Finstad (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5151: Quiet Communities Act of 2025

The Quiet Communities Act of 2025 reestablishes the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Noise Abatement and Control, which was defunded in 1982. This office will provide grants to states for local noise control programs, conduct national research on noise health impacts, develop public education materials, and create regional technical assistance centers. The bill authorizes $25 million annually (2026-2030) to fund these activities, directly supporting communities affected by noise pollution - particularly the estimated 28 million U.S. residents with hearing impairments linked to noise exposure. It emphasizes state/local solutions, market incentives, and coordination with other agencies to address noise from aircraft, traffic, and other sources.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds noise pollution control programs, research, and grants under EPA's reestablished office, directly advancing pollution control within environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds noise control programs targeting transportation infrastructure noise, directly supporting community health initiatives related to transit and roadways.95% confidence
Grace Meng (D) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · Senate Sep 3, 2025

S 2701: Headwaters Protection Act of 2025

This bill expands the federal Water Source Protection Program to include new partners like acequia associations, land-grant mercedes, and entities managing water infrastructure. It requires projects on adjacent land to have express owner consent and prioritizes initiatives protecting water supply, forest health, and climate resilience - such as restoring wetlands or reducing wildfire risks. The program increases annual funding to $30 million (2025-2034) and mandates that projects include nature-based solutions and non-Federal partner contributions. It directly affects communities managing water systems, landowners adjacent to National Forests, and tribal or rural entities with water delivery authority. The bill does not alter land ownership or conflict with existing water laws.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes wetlands restoration, forest health, and climate resilience; increases $30M funding for water/forest protection initiatives.95% confidence
Michael F. Bennet (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 5123: Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act of 2025

This bill requires the EPA to establish guidelines for indoor air contaminants like radon, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide that affect schools and childcare facilities. It mandates a national assessment of indoor air quality in these buildings, with updates every five years, and provides technical assistance to schools and childcare providers to implement air quality improvements. The EPA must publish science-based guidelines with recommended concentration limits for key contaminants and support voluntary building certifications for healthier indoor environments. These provisions directly impact local schools, childcare centers, and state/local governments responsible for building maintenance and health standards.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires EPA guidelines for school air quality, improving physical learning environments and safety, directly supporting school infrastructure as per education policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EPA guidelines to reduce indoor air pollutants (radon, formaldehyde) in schools, directly advancing pollution control and environmental protection in public spaces.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates EPA guidelines for indoor air quality in schools, directly reducing health risks from contaminants like radon and formaldehyde, aligning with public health protection indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates EPA guidelines to reduce workplace contaminants in schools/childcare facilities, directly improving worker safety in employment settings.85% confidence
Paul Tonko (D) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Colorado · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 5119: National Security Climate Intelligence Act of 2025

HR 5119, the National Security Climate Intelligence Act of 2025, requires the Director of National Intelligence to produce regular assessments on how climate change affects national and economic security. Specifically, it mandates an Intelligence Community Assessment every six years (starting four years after enactment) covering these security impacts. The report must be submitted to congressional intelligence committees, and if classified, must include an unclassified executive summary. This bill directly affects the intelligence community and Congress by establishing a formal, recurring process for evaluating climate-related security risks.
Scott H. Peters (D) · 1 co-sponsor
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